Synel PRX-40/A Proximity SY-11 User manual

Stand-Alone
Terminals
PRX-40/A Proximity
SY-11 Magnetic/Barcode
Product Manual

Manual was issued on 9 March, 2008.
Catalog no. 650511, Document no. StndAlRd-222-02
This document has been prepared for reader-controllers PRX-40/A (firmware
version 2.08) and SY-11 (firmware version 2.03). Copyright © 1998-2005
Synel Industries Ltd. All rights reserved. Reproduction or use, without
express permission of editorial or pictorial content, in any manner is
prohibited. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the
information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the
preparation of this manual, Synel Industries Ltd. assumes no responsibility
for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting
from the use of the information contained here-in.
SY is a trademark of Synel Industries Ltd.
All trade names referenced herein are either trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.

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1. Introduction
The PRX-40/A proximity reader-controller and SY-11 magnetic/barcode
reader-controller access units are part of the compact access control - unit
series manufactured by Synel. For the proximity unit, the card must be placed
at a distance of about 10 cm from the device.
These reader-controllers can work stand-alone, or with a Master controller
connected to upto 16 reader-controller units.
PRX-40/A & SY-11 were developed as compact, easy-to-use terminals,
granting access to secure areas. They work with various unit settings, accord-
ing to a predefined security level. These devices are made of strong ABS
plastic.
Defining parameters is simple while maximum security is enabled by using
the set-up 8 digit code (the default number is 12345678) maximizing security.
In stand alone mode these units grant secure access for approximately 285
card holders, stored in an authorized list within the terminal. This list is cre-
ated and edited on the unit’s compact keyboard, eliminating the need of con-
necting to a computer.
When working in online mode (as of Master version 3.20), either unit uploads
employee data from Master to its own memory and relay on this data when
allowing/rejecting an employee if the connection with Master is lost.
These terminals can manage unauthorized (black list) or authorized (white
list) employee lists for access control purposes.
1.1 Apparatus
These units may be mounted on a wall.
In stand-alone mode (when this device functions as a controller) this unit has
additional circuitry for storing card-holder data.

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2. Installation
2.1 General
The unit can be installed in any building. The back panel of the unit serves as
an installation template. Mounting screws and anchors are also provided. Fol-
low the guidelines below:
• The installation location selected should be as far away as possible from
an electrical power source reference such as power equipment, comput-
ers, motors, pumps, etc.
• Use a linear power supplier and not a switching power supplier. A
switching power supplier auto-generates an electro-magnetic field that
shortens the reading range It is advisable to connect an independant
power supplier to the reader.
• It is recommended that when swiping the badge it will face the reader.
Thus, the badge will receive maximal energy.
PRX-40/A:
• If you are installing more than one Synel reader, make sure the readers
are installed at a distance of at least 50 cm from one another (a distance
longer 5 times their reading limit).
• Near metal objects reading range may decrease.
When mounting on a gypsum wall, make sure that there is no rear metal-
lic reinforcement. If the reader is mounted on a concrete wall the reader
must be mounted up to 20 cm from the wall.
• Use a power adaptor dedicated to the proximity reader-controller access
unit. Make sure the adapter carries a safety recognition marking: UL,
CSA or CE.
2.2 Mounting
Option A
1. Remove screw covers and screws from top and bottom of the unit.
2. Open the back of the unit.
3. Drill both fastening holes at either end and one hole towards the center
for the cable.
4. Fasten the back of the unit to the wall.
5. Connect the cable wires via middle hole or bottom hole option (see
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6. Close the unit.
7. Replace the screw covers.
Option B
1. Remove screw covers and screws from top and bottom of the unit.
2. Hold the unit against the wall and mark the drilling location through
the screw holes.
3. If the cable wires use the middle hole option, remove the back panel
and use it to mark the position of the cable hole (center of panel). Drill
the cable hole in the wall.
4. Drill the two fastening holes in the wall.
5. Connect the cable wires via middle hole or bottom hole option (see
diagram) as required.
6. Fastened the unit to the wall with screws provided.
7. Replace the screw covers.
PRX-40/A Mounting
A. Open screw covers
and screws.
C. Drill holes
PRX-40
Bottom hole option
PRX-40 Back
Pl
Location of screws for
option “B” fastening.
Option “A”
Option “B”
B. Remove Back Panel
Center hole
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SY-11 Mounting
2.3 Connect wires
2.3.1. PRX-40A
Connector J5/14 pin
Wire No. Wire Function Present Color Code
1Vin Power (Power Input) Red
2Gnd Black
3- TxRx RS-485 Grey
4+ TxRx RS-485 Purple
5TxD RS -232 White
6RxD RS -232 Dark Green
7Alarm Brown
8Relay common (C) Blue
9Normally Closed (N.C) Yellow
Front panel
Cover
notches
AB
Mounting
holes
Threading comm.
cable (RJ45/Ter-
minal bloc k)
(Option1)
Back panel
Knock-downnotchforthreading
comm. cable (Option 2)

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How to connect the PRX-40/A to the Master controller:
Wire No. Wire Function Present Color Code
10 Normally Open (N.O.) Orange
11 Bell (1) Pink
12 Bell (2) Light green
13 Sensor input: Dry contact
or AC/DC. Sensing regard
jumper JP23 settings
Light Blue
14 Brown/White
Connector Description
J4 (9 pin) Keyboard connector
ISP J12 (6 pin) (programming the CPU slave)
J13 (14 pin) Option for external reader (currently NA)

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2.3.2. SY-11
There are 12 connecting wires (The packaging contains a note on wiring
code).
Terminal Block - P2
* When JP9 is [1-2] [3-4] ON, SEN 1.2 = GND
When JP9 is [2-3] ON, SEN 1.2, SEN 1.1 = Sensor AC
Terminal Block - P3
Pin Signal Description
P2.1 Common Relay
P2.2 SEN1.1 2 - Sensor input AC/DC, dry con-
tact
P2.3 N.C Relay - Normally closed
P2.4 SEN1.2 *
P2.5 N.O Relay - Normally open
P2.6 BL2 Bell
Pin Signal Description
P3.1 BL1 Bell (1)
P3.2 12V
P3.3 Alarm
P3.4 Ground
P3.5 TX Transmit Data (RS-232)
P3.6 RX Receive Data (RS-232)
P3.7 -TXRX RS-485
P3.8 +TXRX RS-485

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2.4 Jumpers
2.4.1. PRX-40/A
2.4.2. SY-11
Jumper Function Default
JP2 (SMD) JP2 closed and JP3 open = 13 digits decoding
JP2 open and JP3 closed = 14 digits decoding 13 digits
JP3 (SMD)
JP4 (SMD) Cross point decoding (currently NA)
JP7 (SMD) Connect RS-485 termination resistor Open
JP10 (TH) W.D. Reset for the master CPU- [1-2] Closed
Programming of the master CPU - [2-3] Closed [1-2] closed
JP11(TH) PSEN (Programming) - must be closed when pro-
gramming the master CPU. Open
JP12 (SMD) Tamper switch enabled [1-2] closed
Tamper switch disabled [2-3] closed [2-3] closed
JP20 (T.H) Closed- Stand alone
Open- Online with Master Closed
JP21 (T.H) Contacts switching protection in DC- closed
Contacts switching protection in AC- open Closed
JP22 (SMD) Connecting clock to slave CPU [2-3] closed
JP23 (T.H) Select sensor option:
[1-2] and [3-4] Closed - dry contact
[2-3] Closed - AC/DC
[1-2] and [3-4]
closed
JP24 (T.H) Reset for the slave/reader CPU- [2-3] closed
Programming of the slave/reader CPU [1-2] Closed [2-3] closed
Jumper Value Function Defaults Remarks
JP1 1-2 Work Description 1-2
2-3 Burn Position
JP2 1-2 Magnetic 1-2 Barcode
option not in
use
2-3 Barcode
JP4 1-2 Tamper switch ON 2-3
2-3 Tamper switch OFF

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Jumper Value Function Defaults Default
JP5 ON
OFF Work Description ON
Burn Position
JP6 ON
OFF Stand alone ON
Online
JP7 Connect/
Disconnect Termination resistor Disconnect
JP8 ON/OFF Spike/overvoltage protec-
tion ON
JP9 [1-2] [3-4] [2-3] Dry contact (DC) (Sensor) [1-2] [3-4]
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3. Set-up mode
Reader programming can be divided to three categories:
1. Access Cards configuration (authorized personnel)
2. General definitions
3. Indicator definitions
All definitions of Management modes are listed in the table below.
The codes in the table below can be used only after completing set-up mode
as follows:
Step 1. Press 3 times simultaneously on keys 1 & 2 (each time will be fol-
lowed by a short beep and an orange led will be lit).
Step 2. Enter the 8 digit master code (the default number is 12345678).
Then insert the relevant set-up code (see next page).
Note: Using the Clear key, you can go back to the previous stage!
Input Indicator signalling
1st 1&2 Short beep+2nd amber led ON
2nd 1&2 Long beep+2nd amber led ON
3rd 1&2 2 long beeps+2nd green led flashes

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3.1 Access cards configuration (Set-up codes)
Parameter Code Function Comments Default
Cardreading/check
parameters 11 1,2- Offset (01-37)
3,4- Length (01-06)
5,6- Total Characters
01
16
00
New master code 13 00000000-99999999 8 digit code
New global code 15 4 digit new code 9999
Barcode type 16 0- 3/9
1- 2/5
5- 128
SY-11 only
Group Mode 18 0
1-Group and list -Group or list
Group Parameters 54 1 click
2 clicks
2 clicks
1-16 clicks
Group number (01-
03)
Start position (01-22)
Length (01-16)
Group data (depends
on length)
Sensor mode 30 0
1Door open request Door Sensor Door
open
request
Sensor type 31 0
1N.O N.C N.C
Sensor door active
time (open) 32 000-255 Define in
seconds 15 sec.
Toggle relay mode 33 0- Disable
1 - Enable In minutes Disable
Toggle relay time-
out 34 00-99 Define in seconds 00- Disabled
Door opening time 10 000-255 In 1/10 seconds step
(0 to 25.5 sec.) 3 sec.
Alarm mode 51 0
1Latch (led is on) Pulse (led is off) 1 = Led is off depend-
ing on pulse time
(code 52)

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Parameter Code Function Comments Default
Alarm pulse acti-
vating time 52 0000-9999 You must always key-
in time in a four digit
format: 10 sec. = 0010
0 sec.
Communication ID 14 1-16 Defines terminal ID 01
Operation mode 12 0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Card only
Global code only
Card or code (card
no.)
Card and global code
Card and pin code
Card and finger
Code and finger (fin-
ger only)
Card and card
-----------------------
Modes 5-6 only with
PrintX
-----------------------
Mode 7 - PRX-40/A
only!
Thereisa
different
code for
each
employee
Duress code
enable/disable 50 0
1Disable Enable Activating alarm and
relay output
Card list type 35 1- Black list (Rejected)
0- White list (Accepted) 0
Finger Auto-detect 36 0- Disable
1- Enable Work with operation
modes 5 & 6 ( 0
Insert card using
card 20 1. Swipe card
2. Insert pin code
(If Operation Mode is 4)
Terminal reverts to 1.
----------------------------
Fingerprint (Operation-
Mode 5):
1. Swipe card (2 beeps
confirm swipe).
2. Place finger
Terminal reverts to 1.
According to opera-
tion mode press 7&8
simultaneously in
order to revert to nor-
mal mode (press
Enter in terminals
that consist of such a
key).
-----------------------
Mode 5 only with
PRintX *
Delete card from
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* Note:
After swiping all cards, you should wait time-out or press 7&8 simultaneously
(press Enter in terminals that consist of such a key) once. Then all data will be
saved!
Parameter Code Function Comments Default
Insert card using
keyboard 22 1. Key-in card
2. Insert pin code
(In Operation Mode-12
press key no. 4)
Terminal revert to 1.
-----------------------------
Fingerprint (In Opera-
tion Mode-12 press key
no. 6):
1. Key-in code (depends
on card length).
2. Place finger
Terminal reverts to 1.
According to opera-
tion mode press 7&8
simultaneously in
order to revert to nor-
mal mode. (press
Enter in terminals
that consist of such a
key)
-----------------------
Mode 6 only with
PRintX
Delete card using
keyboard 23 Card number
Insert card by
Index 24 1. Card index 4 digits
from 0000-0300
2 . Swipe card
In Operation Mode-12
press key no. 4:
3. Insert pin code
PRX-40A only
Highest possible
index depends on card
length (code 11)
Delete card by
index 25 Card index - 4 digits PRX-40A only
Define duress code 53 0000-9999 Active in operation
mode 1,2,3,4
Erase all cards 60 Type master code - 8 digits??
Initialisation of
memory 61 Master Code
Delete all tem-
plates from finger 62 Master code
Vocal ID indication 7Long buzzer for tens
Short buzzer for unique numbers
Reset alarm 4When the alarm is in latch

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Time Out
After every entry a LED is lit (while waiting for the next entry). After the
LED goes out the unit exits the “Programming Mode” and resets (action must
be repeated from the beginning).
3.1.1. Management of Access Cards (authorized personnel)
Managing access Cards can be performed three ways:
Using Keyboard - Keying-in the keyboard the card number
Using Card - Swiping the card
By Index (PRX-40/A only) - Enables inserting/deleting an employee without
a card
Using Keyboard
Build list:
After entering set-up mode key-in code 22 (key-in card number to list) (For
PRX-40/A upto 13 characters decoding or 14 characters decoding, for SY-11
card number) and key-in all relevant cards. After each keyed-in card number
2 short beeps will indicate that the number was registered successfully. After
keying-in all card numbers press 7&8 simultaneously (mandatory) (press
Enter in terminals that consist of such a key) in order to revert to normal
mode.
Note: In operation mode 4 - card and pin code, the user must key-in the
card number and then key-in the pin code for each card (4 digit code).
Delete list:
After entering set-up mode key-in code 23 (Delete card by keyboard) and
key-in all irrelevant cards. After each keyed-in card number 2 short beeps
will indicate that the number was deleted successfully. After keying-in all
card numbers press 7&8 simultaneously (mandatory) (press Enter in termi-
nals that consist of such a key) in order to revert to normal mode.
Using Card
Build list:
After entering set-up mode key-in code 20 (Insert card to list by card) and
Control door 0Opens door
Check group 17 0
1- Disable check - Enable check 0

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swipe all relevant cards. After each swiped card 2 short beeps will indicate
that the number was registered successfully. After swiping all cards press
7&8 simultaneously (mandatory) (press Enter in terminals that consist of
such a key) in order to revert to normal mode.
Note: In set-up code 12: operation mode no. 4 - card and pin code, the user
must swipe the card and then key-in the code (a 4 digit code).
Delete list:
After entering set-up mode key-in code 21 (delete card by card) and swipe all
irrelevant cards. After each swiped card 2 short beeps will indicate that the
number was deleted successfully. After swiping all cards press 7&8 simulta-
neously (mandatory) (press Enter in terminals that consist of such a key) in
order to revert to normal mode.
Cards that were registered in operation mode 0 (card only) and the device is
currently in mode 5 or 6, these cards will now be allowed access without fin-
gerprint verification.
Note: Whenever a task is completed successfully, a LED flashes and the
buzzer beeps.
By index (PRX-40/A only)
Insert cards:
After entering set-up mode, key-in code 24 (Insert card by Index) and key-in
a 4 digit index, swipe card. 2 short beeps will indicate that the number was
registered successfully.
Delete cards:
After entering set-up mode key-in code 25 (delete card by index) and key-in a
4 digit index. 2 short beeps will indicate that the card was deleted success-
fully.
In operation modes 5 or 6, cards that were registered by index will be allowed
access without fingerprint verification.
Terminology
Card Only - Control is performed by Card only.
Global Code only - common global code (4 digit code – used by all card-
holders).
Card or code - Control is performed by Card or keying-in number of card (the
length of the keyed-in number must be identical to the defined card length).
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code (four digit code – used by all card-holders).
Card and PIN Code – Control is performed by Card and a personal four digit
code. This mode is the most secure.(4 digit code – used by each card-holder).
3.2 General definitions
Open Door
Access can be given by using a Master Code. After entering “Programming
Mode,” enter “0”.
Open Door Time
It is possible to adjust the “window” of accessibility during which a door
opens when accessed. To change the accessibility time, after entering the
“Programming Mode,” enter “10” and then three digits. For example if you
enter 015, the accessibility time is 1.5 seconds.
Set Global Code
You can change a Global Code by way of “Instruction Code” – 15. After
entering “Programming Mode” enter “15” and afterward a four digit number
that will be the new Global Code.
Set New Master Code
The Master Code can be change by way of “Instruction Code” – 13. After
entering “Programming Mode” enter “13” followed by a eight digit number
that will serve as a new master Code.
Note: It is recommended to change master code when setting up.
Erase All
Warning:!Cards can not be restored after erased!
SY-11 After entering the “Programming Mode,” enter “60” and then
eight digits Master code.
After entering the “Programming Mode,” enter “62” to Erase all.
PRX-40/A After entering the “Programming Mode,” enter “60” to Erase All
After entering the “Programming Mode,” enter “61” to initialize
memory
Note: Before starting teaching modes such as: 21,22,23 etc., it
is strongly recommended to initialize memory!

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3.3 Indicators definitions
After entering setup mode:
Input Operation Mode
Code 30 --> 0 = Door open request button
As a result the door will open and the output = bypass
1 = Door sensor
As a result the output = alarm will be activated (led/buzzer)
Note: When defining sensor via software (Falcon), and choosing none in
your PC, and “0” in your terminal, in online mode it will revert to its
default mode: Door open request
Sensor type
Code 31--> 0 = The sensor will function as Normally Open.
1 = The sensor will function as Normally Closed.
Fingerprint operation mode
Code 36--> 0 = No auto-identification.
1 = Auto-identification mode.
Alarm mode
Code 51--> 0 = Latch. The alarm does not go off unless it is turned off
manually.
1 = Pulse. The alarm goes off after the defined time-out.
Alarm pulse activating time
Note: Relevant when alarm is in pulse mode.
Code 52--> 0000-9999 seconds (always key-in time in 4 digits format)
Sensor door activating time
Code 32--> 000-255 time-out seconds. The alarm will be activated after
the defined time-out.
Duress code enable/disable
Code 50--> 0 = Disable
1 = Enable
In operation modes card and global code or card and pin code
enables activating the alarm and the door simultaneously.

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Define Duress code
Code 53--> 0000-9999
Enables defining what will be the duress code
Card parameters
Refer to how the proximity track will be read:
Reset alarm
In set-up mode, after keying-in code 51, key-in 4 to shut-off the alarm.
2 digits Start position (01-37) Card number offset
2 digits Length (01-06) Card number length
2 digits Total characters Number of digits on card (when defining 00 -
doesn’t check card length- accepts all card
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4. Communication
Interfacing the host is performed via the Master unit. Communication
between the Master unit and the terminals is performed at 19200 bps.
Downloading card numbers from Master to terminals
As of Master version 3.20 there is an additional option “Send offline list to
Access units”. All card numbers that are marked as (see Falcon | Personnel |
Card Type | Active - Allowed offline) Active - Allowed offline will be sent
from the Master to the terminals. When communication is stopped the Termi-
nal will enable access for the cards as mentioned above.
PRX-40/A supports this option as of version 2.04.
SY-11 supports this option as of version 1.07.
4.1 Communication cables characteristics
Follow the listed guidelines when installing the communications cables:
The cable should not be installed near EMI factors, such as:
• Motors, generators, alternators, and transformers
• Air conditioners, elevators
• Radio/television transmitters, signal generators and internal communica-
tion networks
• Cables: within 30 cm. (1 foot) of power lines of less than 5 KVA.
• Cables should not be within 60 cm. (2 feet) of power lines in the 5-10
KVA range.
Cables should not be within 1.5 meters (5 feet) of power lines of more than 10
KVA. The cables should not run parallel to power lines for more than 15
meters (49 feet).
It is best to use a single cable for the communication line. If it is not possible
to use a continues cable only one indoors connection is allowed, constructed
in one of these options:
1. Using two connectors with appropriate shielding and cover.
2. Using a connection box.
For aerial installation, use N.Y.Y. shielded cables.